Author: Melanie Ryding

I am a personal trainer, triathlon coach, body and mind set coach and nutritionist. I can help you to unlock your full potential!

Massage therapy: what to expect at your first appointment

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Massage therapy is a very much under-utilised form of treatment for a wide range of health issues. Many people who have not tried it are afraid of what to expect and this might stop them from coming in and giving it a go. So we have decided to put all your fears at rest by showing you everything that happens in your first appointment.  Continue reading “Massage therapy: what to expect at your first appointment”

#23 Why is high blood pressure so dangerous?

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Here’s this week’s why: high blood pressure. It’s the single biggest and most common reason we have to stop a health and fitness check and refer to a doctor. It’s something Dr Tom mentioned too in his recent Invercargill seminar. Continue reading “#23 Why is high blood pressure so dangerous?”

Podcast #13 Motivation: making changes stick

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We are back on the podcast! Yay! So here is the audio of our recent motivation seminar. In this podcast we talk about what motivation is plsu how to firstly know what you want, know how to get it and know what to do if you fall off the trail!

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What’s The Secret to a Long and Healthy Life?

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It’s exercise!

When we think of the benefits of exercise a few common ones always spring to mind; fat loss, increased energy, and strength and muscle gains.

But the benefits of regular exercise and physical activity reach much further than this, with life changing benefits extending to prevention and management of some prevalent conditions. If you have been thinking about getting moving, it’s never too late to start, adding years to your life.

Here are some common conditions where exercise can have significant benefits to your health and wellness: Continue reading “What’s The Secret to a Long and Healthy Life?”